David L. “DJ” Bliss, Jr. – 24 – of 112 ½ Second St., Olean, NY, formerly of Hornell, died Friday morning (December 11, 2020) at Olean General Hospital, following a brief illness.
Born in Hornell on July 19, 1996, he was the son of David & Stephanie (Culley) Bliss, Sr.
DJ grew up in Hornell and attended Hornell Schools. He enjoyed listening to music (especially hip-hop) and hanging out with family & friends. He also enjoyed watching sporting events on TV and especially loved rooting for the Chicago Bulls (NBA).
He was preceded in death by his mother, Stephanie who died in 2011.
Surviving are his daughter, Leona Martin of Hornell; his son, Kingsley Bliss of Olean, NY; father, David Bliss Sr. of Florida; 2 brothers, Angelo Kulyeshie of Hornell and Jonathan Kulyeshie of Leroy; 3 sisters, Cenyetta (Tony) Burke of Texas, Jodi (Derek) Dinsmore of Leroy and Ashley Hulbert of Rochester; his half-sister, Brittany Brace of Hornell; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces & nephews.
At DJ’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.